silver (A2)
noun
Pronunciation: /ˈsɪlvər/
Definition
A shiny, white metal that is valuable and used for making coins, jewelry, and decorative objects.
Examples
The antique spoons were made of pure silver.
He polished the silver until it gleamed.
Her wedding ring was a simple band of silver.
How to Use silver
- silver medal (collocation)
- A medal given for second place. — "He received a silver medal for his effort."
- silver lining (idiom)
- A positive aspect of an otherwise bad situation. — "The job loss was hard, but the silver lining was more family time."
- born with a silver spoon (idiom)
- Born into a wealthy family. — "She never had to worry about money; she was born with a silver spoon."
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